Level 2 Award In Manual Handling Loads at Work

This qualification is for those at work that require an understanding of the hazards associated with manual handling and how these can best be avoided. The programme is typically delivered over a day. The assessment includes practical elements as well as the knowledge element found in the Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual Handling at Work.

The legal framework for introducing manual handling controls and the duties under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 of both the employer and the employee are included so that candidates understand how they can contribute to a manual handling programme in the workplace.

This qualification, aimed at those who carry out manual handling at work, provides essential information about manual handling hazards and their control.

This qualification is available to those over 14 years. Candidates should be at least a level 1 numeracy and literacy or equivalent. Candidates should be physically capable of undertaking practical elements.

Course Outline:

• Manual handling injuries.
• Employers and employees responsibilities.
• Steps of a manual handling risk assessment.
• Practical controls.
• Safer movement principles.
• Equipment requirements.
• Individual handling.
• Team handling.
• Using equipment.